Iran moves to restore cooperation with IAEA after suspension over nuclear attacks
Foreign Minister Araghchi, IAEA’s Grossi announce new framework during Cairo press conference
TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — Iran announced that it will resume cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), reversing a suspension imposed in July after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeted its nuclear facilities.
The decision was disclosed at a joint press conference in Cairo by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi.
Araghchi said Tehran’s move reflects “responsibility” but cautioned the agency against repeating what he called “politically motivated accusations.”
He noted that the suspension followed an IAEA report that included “old and previously dismissed allegations” against Iran, published just a day before the attacks on nuclear sites.
Under the new framework, the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) will continue overseeing the matter, as mandated by Parliament.
Iranian officials had previously declared that cooperation would not resume until a mechanism safeguarding national security was agreed upon.
Araghchi indicated that the deal signed in Cairo adhered to this principle, but warned, “If additional pressure is imposed on Iran, we will halt implementation immediately.”
His comments referenced the recent move by Germany, Britain, and France to activate the UN “snapback mechanism,” aimed at restoring sanctions lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal.
Analysts say the decision is likely to face resistance from conservative circles in Tehran, who have long opposed engagement with the IAEA after years of inconclusive negotiations.
Public debate has also intensified, with some voices calling for a shift in Iran’s nuclear doctrine despite a binding religious decree by Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei prohibiting nuclear weapons development.
Ali Larijani, the newly appointed head of the SNSC, emphasized last week that Iran remains open to talks to demonstrate its peaceful intent. However, he argued that Washington is blocking progress by demanding Tehran’s missile program be included in negotiations.
“This condition is unacceptable,” Larijani stated, stressing that Iran’s missile capabilities were decisive in compelling the U.S. and Israel to agree to a ceasefire in June.
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